The Burj Khalifa is the tallest skyscraper in the world, towering over Dubai at an incredible 2,722 feet (828 meters).
The building has 163 floors, and is home to luxury apartments, offices, a hotel, and an observation deck with stunning views over the city.
The construction of the Burj Khalifa was a truly mammoth undertaking, and the building has set numerous world records, including tallest free-standing structure, tallest skyscraper, and highest outdoor observation deck.
The building is an incredible feat of engineering, and a must-see for anyone visiting Dubai.
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest building in the world. It stands at 828 metres (2,717 feet) and has 160 floors. The building was designed by Adrian Smith of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The building is part of the new 2 square kilometre (490-acre) development called Downtown Dubai at the First Interchange along Sheikh Zayed Road, near Dubai's main business district.
The decision to build the Burj Khalifa was made in 2004, with construction officially starting in early 2006. The building was completed in 2010 and officially opened on January 4, 2011.
The building has a total of 57 elevators and 8 escalators. The observation deck on the 124th floor is the highest in the world, at 442 metres (1,450 feet).
The Burj Khalifa is home to residential, office, hotel, and retail space. The Armani Hotel Dubai occupies 15 floors of the building and is the world's tallest hotel.
FAQ
1. How tall is the Burj Khalifa?
The Burj Khalifa is 828 meters (2,717 feet) tall.
2. How many floors does the Burj Khalifa have?
The Burj Khalifa has 163 floors.
3. How long did it take to construct the Burj Khalifa?
Construction of the Burj Khalifa began in 2004 and was completed in 2010.
4. What is the highest occupied floor in the Burj Khalifa?
The highest occupied floor in the Burj Khalifa is the 160th floor.
5. What is the tallest building in the world?
The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world.